Project Controls Specialist

2 weeks ago


Luton, Luton, United Kingdom Leonardo UK Ltd Full time

Are you interested in being an integral part of high-performing teams delivering advanced technical capabilities and services? We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals experienced in Project Planning at the programme or portfolio level to join our growing Project Controls team.

We are seeking Lead/Principal Project Controllers to lead and deliver Project Controls activities as part of the Global Combat Air Programme.

Working as an integral part of the IPT (Integrated Project Team), this role offers the opportunity to be involved in a high-profile and complex development programme with both an internal and external facing dynamic.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accountable for the quality and integrity of the Project Controls on Projects/Programmes through the application of consistent processes, methods, governance, and provision of guidance to the wider IPT.
  • Working as part of an IPT, drive and promote optimal schedule quality and best practice management techniques, including the application of schedule risk analysis at all stages of the project lifecycle.
  • Provide Project Controls support to the establishment and management of activities in the bid phase to ensure best practice is followed, risks managed, and schedules can transition to execution with minimal impact.
  • Manage the integrity of Partner/Subcontractor schedules to ensure dependencies are clearly identified and risks managed/identified within the Leonardo project schedule.
  • Conduct what-if analysis/scenario planning to drive decision-taking and risk mitigation.
  • Identify and manage Schedule Risks, apply Schedule Risk Analysis Techniques, work proactively with the project team to implement mitigation plans and corrective actions, and monitor their effectiveness.
  • Ensure Project Controls metrics and measures (inc EV) are consistently applied, understood, and relevant action taken to drive required outcomes and achievement of Company standards/Project Objectives.
  • Coach and train other members of the Project Controls function as required.
  • Actively contribute to IPT and Business area Project reviews (SDR, PPRP, Schedule Reviews etc) through delivering the Project Controls inputs and leading on these aspects in the reviews.
  • Identify, support, and drive continuous improvement initiatives working both across the function and within the business area.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with all functions across the Business Area/IPT in order to influence project activities.

Requirements:

  • Comprehensive and demonstrable Project Controls/Planning experience with proven expertise in all aspects of planning, project controls, and project management methodologies (inc AGILE) across Projects of varying value/complexity.
  • Expert User in one or more Planning/ERP Tools (Primavera P6 and/or SAP).
  • Breadth of experience in all parts of lifecycle and experience in the phases of initiation, planning, and execution.
  • Proven collaboration, communication, planning, problem-solving, decision-making skills.
  • Application of Schedule Risk Analysis including identification, methods of analysis, and recommendations for management.
  • Commercial and financial acumen.
  • Experience of coaching, mentoring, or team leadership.
  • Holds APMG Project Controls Foundation and Practitioner Level Certification or meets the criteria to undertake this training.

Benefits:

  • Award-winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
  • 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave, and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-leave days per year.
  • Flexible hours with hybrid working options.
  • Employee Assistance Programme, access to Mental Health support, Financial wellbeing support, network groups (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers).
  • Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
  • Company-funded flexible benefits: access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology, and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
  • Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera.
  • Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member.
  • Bonus scheme in place for all employees at management level and below.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow.

Contract Type: Hybrid



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